AOP

Optometrist and AOP chairman, Dr Julie-Anne Little, discusses the ever-evolving business model on the High Street, the GOS fee and pathways across the nations

Studies predict that the global prevalence of myopia will rise from 28% of the world’s population to 50% by 2050. Optometrist and AOP clinical director, Dr Peter Hampson, discusses the growing prevalence and why it is time to embrace CPD in this field

Kirsty, a Peer Support Line volunteer since the line launched in 2017, tells OT  about how the pandemic helped open up conversations around mental health

Ziggy Shah, who has volunteered for the AOP’s Peer Support Line since it opened five years ago, explains how his role has changed throughout the pandemic

Supporting members at all career stages, the AOP established its Peer Support Line offering in May 2017

Rachel Bedgood, lead signatory at Complete Background Screening, tells OT  the updates members can expect to see in background checking services

The AOP has launched a new campaign to promote inclusivity in optometry as a first step in an ongoing programme of work to tackle inequalities in the profession

As the AOP seeks new student representatives, OT  speaks to optometrists who have previously held the role about why they would encourage current students to embrace the opportunity and apply

AOP chief executive, Adam Sampson, highlights the resilience of optometry businesses during the pandemic as practice owners continue to evaluate and adapt

David Marples, underwriting compliance manager at Markel Tax, gives OT  an update on key topics in tax and VAT for optometrists